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Breitling
Ref. 809.4
Cosmonaute Navitimer
A fine yellow gold-plated stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with black gilt dial, tachymeter scale and slide rule bezel
- Estimate
- HK$32,000 - 48,000€3,600 - 5,400$4,100 - 6,200
HK$32,500
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Breitling
- Year
- Circa 1970
- Reference No
- 809.4
- Model Name
- Cosmonaute Navitimer
- Material
- Yellow gold-plated stainless steel
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 178, 17 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Clasp/Buckle
- Stainless steel Breitling buckle
- Dimensions
- 39.5mm Diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial and movement signed
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Released by Breitling in 1962, the Navitimer Cosmonaute has been one of the most legendary watch models of the twentieth century. In the same year, American astronaut Scott Carpenter orbited the Earth in the Aurora 7 spacecraft with a Breitling Navitimer Cosmonaute ref. 809 on his wrist – making it one of the very first chronograph wristwatch models to be worn in space.
The present piece belongs to the fourth generation of the ref. 809 model. The case is preserved in great condition, if not unpolished, and the luminous materials have taken on a beautiful cream-colored patina.
The present piece belongs to the fourth generation of the ref. 809 model. The case is preserved in great condition, if not unpolished, and the luminous materials have taken on a beautiful cream-colored patina.
Breitling
Swiss | 1884The firm started by Leon Breitling in 1884 is best known for its technical aviation and oceanic watches. Today, all models are outfitted with certified chronometer movements, used for accurate timing. Early aviation pioneers in specialized chronograph timepieces, Breitling introduced the circular slide rule to watches in the 1940s for use by pilots. The firm’s most iconic chronograph, the Navitimer, was introduced in 1954 and continues to be manufactured today. Another key model is the Duograph, a split-seconds chronograph that was Breitling's most prestigious wristwatch during the 1940s through '60s. Their watches are built on their reputation for precision and sturdiness.
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